1716/04/04

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: trading business

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02434

03 September 1701

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: business ventures

John writes with news of his arrival to New London, where he finds himself busy trying to transport "dearre and appells" from Hartford for the Sloop he and his brother-in-law Vetch had purchased. The ship, which had been "Creaned and Tealeered," is still a few details short of being finished. He also hopes that questions are done regarding "our wines" (the wine he was illegally importing from French Canada). Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00630

1701/09/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: Livingston's problems with the Government

John writes home to discuss the problems that father wrote of to son, namely the difficulties in being reimbursed for the moneys outlayed for the Provincial Government. He says "I hope since god has been so merceyfull as for to Releve us of one Govr he will allso be Eabell to furnice us with a good on." He thanks his father for the "Acct of the apreyseall of ouwer goods at Boston" and writes that "when [Vetch returns] I will have an Exackt Acct of Everything." Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00637

1701/09/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: Livingston's financial difficulties

Discusses business dealings with his father-in-law, and a Mr. Boland.

GLC03107.00638

1701/09/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: request to borrow money

John writes to his father "I must trubell you . . . [for] money Because I ame in want of it at present," and discusses his plan to visit North Hampton, but must delay until he receives money from New York, and sends news of his brother Gilbert at Northampton. Finally, he requests "pray Send Some of the best Cutt paper." Docketed.

GLC03107.00639

1701/10/07

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: asking for business advice

John writes of his "bisenes faling out so unhapeley" that he is presently leaving New York for New London with £350 "worth in goods fitt for that Countrey." He also writes that Lord Cornbury, the newly appointed Governor for New York, had set sail from England on 25 August and would hopefully arrive soon "to Releve us of Some Meserey." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00643

1701/10/15

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: news of John's business venture

John writes home to send his wishes of health to all, especially his mother who had just recovered from a fever, and then begins to list his creditors, including Duncan Campbell and Messrs. Long and Van Sweten. He requests that his father send him a ledger and a journal to assist him in this venture, and asks that Robert Livingston inform Benjamin Ash that John could not afford to sell pork for less than £3 5 shillings per barrel. Docketed.

GLC03107.00645

1713/05/20

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: desire to marry again

John complains that someone tampered with a shipment of beer in order to swindle him and his father, and mentions some financial worries. He regrets the painful death of his wife, but explains that he plans to marry again as soon as it would be decent, and asks that his father oblige him with his blessing.

GLC03107.00961

1713/06/01

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: news of his arrival in Boston

John relates news of his and his sister Jo[h]anna's health, complains of an attack of gout, and awaits news and payment of money from Britain.

GLC03107.00963

1713/04/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: delay in traveling to the Manor

John explains that he is awaiting the arrival of General Nicholson, and is therefore unable to travel to the Manor at present. He thanks his father for sending beer to Boston, and promises to look after his sister Jo[h]anna. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00967

1713/04/09

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: expectation of Gov. Nicholson

John writes of his eager expectation of Nicholson, who he hopes will bring money and good news. He also reiterates his hope that his father will send him beer. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00973

1713/03/03

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston of Clermont re: update of affairs

John informs his brother of his business in New London and the health of their relations. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00977

1713/03/19

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: expectation of Gov. Nicholson

John expresses his hope that Gov. Nicholson will arrive soon, and states his plan to move back home for a while and settle his business. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00983

1713/01/19

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: the death of his wife Mary

John expresses sorrow over the loss of his wife, and informs his parents that he has sent them 2 rings, which he prays they will accept. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00998

1713/06/13

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry

John asks for his parents's consent to marry the daughter of Sarah Knight, and mentions that if they desire, his sister Jo[h]anna may give them a truthful account of the woman.

GLC03107.01009

1713/06/15

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alida Livingston re: consent to marry

GLC03107.01010

1713/07/01

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry

John expresses concern as to why he has not received a letter from his parents, and wonder if he has displeased them in any way. He also states that he is resolved to marry, but would be grateful if they would send their consent. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01017

1713/07/09

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: invitation to learn more of Elizabeth Knight

John expresses his regret that his parents believe Elizabeth Knight to be of poor character, and asks that they write to the Minister of the North Church in Boston, where Elizabeth was brought up, in order to confirm that she is of good fortune and character. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01019

1713/07/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: inquiry regarding Moses Winthworth

John explains how he received a request from a Mr. Winthworth, whose son Moses is currently stationed on a man or warr, to have his son returned to him. John therefore asks that his father speak to Capt. Van Brugg on his behalf in order to assist Mr. Winthworth with his request.

GLC03107.01024

1713/07/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: assured virtue of Elizabeth Knight

John questions his parents' hesitation regarding his desire to marry Elizabeth Knight, and again invites them to make an inquiry into her background. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01025

1714/01/01

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: warning of Governor Nicholson

John writes to warn his father of Governor Nicholson, who he believes has come to America to save the Queen money and delay all payments. He therefore regrets that Livingston may encounter a great deal of trouble in receiving the money due to him. John also writes of his own conflicts with Governor Hunter, and mentions that there is a great deal of illness in Boston at the moment. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01047

1714/02/15

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: warning of Governor Nicholson

John reiterates his warning that Governor Nicholson will only delay payments, and he cautions his father not to give him any papers. John discusses the payments that he is due as well, and mentions plans to travel to Great Britain with Samuel Vetch and John Borland in the near future. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01049

1714/03/18

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: departure for Great Britain

John discusses business that must be taken care of before his departure, and tries to arrange a meeting with his parents. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01054

1714/04/21

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: departure of Samuel Vetch

John writes to inform his father of Samuel Vetch's departure, and the lies that Governor Nicholson has told of both of them. He also discusses the state of his business, and asks his father to help him with a loan. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01066

1714/04/27

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: the madness of the Generall [Nicholson]

John relates an account of the Generall's [Nicholson] mad and irrational behavior that he heard through a Mr. Mackdowell, a man who stayed with John Borland while the Generall was lodged there as well. John states his belief that the Generall belongs in "bedelem." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01070